Chain Walk, Victoria Falls

National GeographicOct 8

Zimbabwe’s famed national park is home to Victoria Falls — the world’s largest curtain of falling water. Here’s how to plan a visit.

slippery trail at viewpoint 2 with 73 steps

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Zambezi National ParkSightgame drives here to see big cats
Victoria Falls HotelHotelhistoric hotel built in 1904, close to entrance
Victoria Falls BridgeSightviewpoint 16 offers views of this bridge
Chain WalkTrailslippery trail at viewpoint 2 with 73 steps
Mpala Jena CampHotelluxurious riverside camp in Zambezi National Park
N1 Hotel & Campsite Victoria FallsHotelaffordable and basic option near entrance
Elsewhere
Mosi-oa-Tunya National ParkSightVictoria Falls, ZambiaZambia's national park for viewing the falls
Boiling PotSightVictoria Falls, Zambiasteep descent down stone steps on Zambia side
Devil's PoolSightLivingstone, Zambiaseasonal natural swimming pool on Zambia side
Livingstone IslandSightLivingstone, Zambiaaccess point for Devil's Pool

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